Brownie Pecan Pie Ooey Gooey Butter Cake

Ingredients:

For the Brownie Layer:

- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)

- 1 cup chopped pecans

For the Pecan Pie Layer:

- 1 cup light corn syrup

- 1 cup granulated sugar

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

- 3 large eggs

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

For the Ooey Gooey Butter Cake Layer:

- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

- 3 large eggs

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 1 box yellow cake mix

- 4 cups powdered sugar

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

For the Brownie Layer:

2. Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions, then fold in the chopped pecans.

3. Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside.

For the Pecan Pie Layer:

4. In a large bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

5. Stir in the chopped pecans.

6. Pour the pecan pie mixture over the partially baked brownie layer and spread it out evenly.

For the Ooey Gooey Butter Cake Layer:

7. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and melted butter until smooth and creamy.

8. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.

9. Gradually add the yellow cake mix and powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.

10. Pour the ooey gooey butter cake batter over the pecan pie layer and spread it out evenly.

To Bake:

11. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set but still slightly gooey.

12. Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely in the baking dish.

To Serve:

13. Once cooled, cut the cake into squares and serve.

Chef's Tip: For an extra touch of decadence, you can drizzle the top of each serving with chocolate sauce or caramel sauce. This brownie pecan pie ooey gooey butter cake is perfect for special occasions and will delight your taste buds with its rich and gooey layers!